JAKARTA – In a significant development reverberating through Indonesia’s legal and anti-corruption circles, former Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) spokesperson Febri Diansyah has officially taken on the role of legal counsel for Febrie Adriansyah, the former Junior Attorney General for Special Crimes (Jampidsus) at the Attorney General’s Office (AGO). The appointment, confirmed on Friday, July 25, 2026, followed a rigorous ten-hour …

Jakarta, October 22, 2025 – In a fervent display of indignation that quickly garnered public attention, Rieke Diah Pitaloka, a Member of Commission VI of the House of Representatives (DPR RI) from the PDI Perjuangan faction, publicly voiced her strong disapproval regarding a Property Tax and Land (PBB) bill issued to Pesantren Al-Fath Jalen, an Islamic boarding school in Tambun …

A dilapidated structure, cordoned off by a yellow police line, stands as a stark reminder of bureaucratic inertia at SDN Kebayoran Lama Selatan 09 in South Jakarta. The school building, which suffered a catastrophic collapse in late 2024, has remained in a state of severe disrepair for nearly two years, prompting widespread concern and sharp criticism from civil society groups …

Jakarta witnessed a significant stride in bilateral economic cooperation as Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, hosted Vice Governor Zhao Zenglian of China’s Fujian Provincial Government at the Ministry of Economic Affairs in Jakarta. The high-level meeting underscored a mutual commitment to intensifying the "Two Countries, Twin Parks" (TCTP) initiative, aiming to crystallize a list of potential projects and …

The Indonesian electric motorcycle market is poised for significant expansion in 2026, driven by a convergence of factors including a growing consumer appetite for modern aesthetics, the allure of reduced operational costs, and an increasing awareness of environmental sustainability. As the nation accelerates its transition towards a greener future, electric two-wheelers are emerging as a pragmatic and fashionable solution for …

Jakarta, Indonesia – In a decisive move underscoring the Indonesian government’s commitment to farmer welfare and national food security, Minister of Agriculture Amran Sulaiman has issued a stern directive for an immediate investigation into seven companies. These entities are suspected of refusing to absorb sugarcane and sugar produced by local farmers, potentially undermining efforts to achieve national sugar self-sufficiency. The …

Jakarta, Indonesia – In a significant move to enhance fiscal efficiency and social equity, Indonesia’s Minister of Finance, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, held a crucial meeting with Pertamina’s President Director, Simon Aloysius Mantiri, on Friday, July 24, 2026, to discuss the strategic implementation of technology for ensuring the precise and targeted distribution of subsidized fuel and 3-kilogram LPG. The high-level discussion, …

The rapid ascent of cashless payments in Indonesia, epitomized by the widespread adoption of Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS), has undeniably revolutionized financial transactions, yet it simultaneously ushers in a perilous landscape ripe for exploitation by fraudsters. As digital wallets and banking applications become ubiquitous, the public faces an escalating threat from sophisticated QRIS scams, which cunningly target unsuspecting …

Jakarta (ANTARA) – Samsung Electronics has officially lifted the veil on its latest flagship foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, a device poised to redefine the premium mobile experience. Launched with a suite of substantial upgrades over its predecessors, the Z Fold 8 Ultra boasts a dramatically thinner design, an expanded main display, uncompromised flagship performance, a high-resolution …

Jakarta, Indonesia – Samsung, a global leader in smartphone innovation, has officially unveiled its latest foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, featuring a groundbreaking new form factor designed specifically to enhance media consumption. This strategic move marks a significant diversification in Samsung’s acclaimed foldable lineup, catering to a growing segment of users who prioritize immersive entertainment and multitasking on …